1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |
